RT Journal A1 Kacker S, Frick KD, Gaydos CA, Tobian AR T1 MAle circumcision cost-effective articles ignore methodological problems and ethical concerns—reply JF JAMA Pediatrics JO JAMA Pediatrics YR 2013 FD February 1 VO 167 IS 2 SP 198 OP 200 DO 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2013.835 UL http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/jamapediatrics.2013.835 AB Despite recent evidence establishing the substantial medical benefits and safety of MC,1- 2 intense debate over the procedure continues, as demonstrated by comments regarding our recent analysis and the revised American Academy of Pediatrics policy on MC.2 It would be inappropriate to allow emotions to cloud logical judgment about the health and economic benefits of a medical procedure.